Panic attack in 4,3,2,.. OMGOMGOMG.

Mitchocalypse · 06-22-2012, 05:30 PM

Well there was certainly no time wasted jumping on DriFD3s.
If I may add a word or two..

I am curious why this member is being bashed for his enthusiasm towards RX-7s. Sure he could have looked in to matters a little more but in the end, is a discussion about the topic not going to give better results? I happen to know this member in real life and it doesn't take more than a couple minutes of conversation to realize that he is as enthusiastic and good-natured in real life as his posts on this forum let on. Regardless if there have been times in the past (as suggested) that a topic could have used a little more research effort on DriFD3S's part - it is really not difficult to just ignore his posts. If it were as big of a deal as you let on, a forum administrator would do something about it.

Evan, (this is Mitch by the way - sure the username was a clear giveaway but anyways..) You ask how the 20B swap will end up running 20k? I wish someone could show me because I would honestly be expecting a fair bit more than that. The engine alone will cost around $4000. I would be hard pressed to use this miled out engine which you don't know the history of for a build. Meaning - rebuild. Expect $6000 or more for a rebuild including labor and parts, tack on an extra 1500 for upgraded seals, and porting. If you did this yourself it would obviously cut down the cost but a 20B rebuild isn't exactly high-level. You would have to pay to ship the block to and from - or get Conroy to do it I suppose (not to speak negatively but I haven't heard of him building 3-rotors. Although I'm sure it is much the same, experience with the exact subject is always a +). You need to modify the subframe, say $1500, you need a new turbo manifold +set up if you planned on ditching the twins (which is heavily advised) which will cost about $4000, fuel setup, and ell the electronics - wiring, tuning etc.

A swap is SO much easier said then done. And almost 99% of the time, it will not be problem + hassle free and you will have problems that just wont go away.

Not to discourage but just really think this through before you decide to go this route. It's a very VERY long road.

Not to mention that there is nothing wrong with your current car. It's an fd3s that works in tip top shape. I should be jealous of you right now!!

Anyways - that was just my second post on this forum. I'm going to take a break before getting flamed + banned.

06-22-2012, 05:30 PM	#1
Mitchocalypse Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Edmonton, AB Posts: 179 Rep Power: 14	Well there was certainly no time wasted jumping on DriFD3s. If I may add a word or two.. I am curious why this member is being bashed for his enthusiasm towards RX-7s. Sure he could have looked in to matters a little more but in the end, is a discussion about the topic not going to give better results? I happen to know this member in real life and it doesn't take more than a couple minutes of conversation to realize that he is as enthusiastic and good-natured in real life as his posts on this forum let on. Regardless if there have been times in the past (as suggested) that a topic could have used a little more research effort on DriFD3S's part - it is really not difficult to just ignore his posts. If it were as big of a deal as you let on, a forum administrator would do something about it. Evan, (this is Mitch by the way - sure the username was a clear giveaway but anyways..) You ask how the 20B swap will end up running 20k? I wish someone could show me because I would honestly be expecting a fair bit more than that. The engine alone will cost around $4000. I would be hard pressed to use this miled out engine which you don't know the history of for a build. Meaning - rebuild. Expect $6000 or more for a rebuild including labor and parts, tack on an extra 1500 for upgraded seals, and porting. If you did this yourself it would obviously cut down the cost but a 20B rebuild isn't exactly high-level. You would have to pay to ship the block to and from - or get Conroy to do it I suppose (not to speak negatively but I haven't heard of him building 3-rotors. Although I'm sure it is much the same, experience with the exact subject is always a +). You need to modify the subframe, say $1500, you need a new turbo manifold +set up if you planned on ditching the twins (which is heavily advised) which will cost about $4000, fuel setup, and ell the electronics - wiring, tuning etc. A swap is SO much easier said then done. And almost 99% of the time, it will not be problem + hassle free and you will have problems that just wont go away. Not to discourage but just really think this through before you decide to go this route. It's a very VERY long road. Not to mention that there is nothing wrong with your current car. It's an fd3s that works in tip top shape. I should be jealous of you right now!! Anyways - that was just my second post on this forum. I'm going to take a break before getting flamed + banned. __________________